Men's Health Month: Near North Health offers free health screenings, education, meals
Near North Health is celebrating Men's Health Month by offering free resources every Saturday in June. The events kick off today at Komed Holman Health Center from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. There will be free health screenings, free haircuts, food demos, refreshments and much more.
Near North Health is celebrating Men's Health Month by offering free resources every Saturday in June. The events kick off today at Komed Holman Health Center from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. There will be free health screenings, free haircuts, food demos, refreshments and much more.
Burbank mom battling cancer denied care by insurance company
A Burbank mom battling cancer discusses getting life-saving care denied by her insurance company.
A Burbank mom battling cancer discusses getting life-saving care denied by her insurance company.
Fitness Friday: Finding freedom with 'Femmes + Themmes Bike Chicago'
Femmes and Themmes Bike Chicago creates a space where people are accepted and celebrated while they cultivate their fitness journey. The group offers what many needed. Over 50 people came out for the first ride.
Femmes and Themmes Bike Chicago creates a space where people are accepted and celebrated while they cultivate their fitness journey. The group offers what many needed. Over 50 people came out for the first ride.
First mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Cook County
The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed Thursday that three batches of mosquitoes have tested positive for West Nile virus in Cook County.
The Illinois Department of Public Health confirmed Thursday that three batches of mosquitoes have tested positive for West Nile virus in Cook County.
Popular weight loss drugs Ozempic, Wegovy could curb addictions
People using popular drugs Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss have reported that they also help with additions like smoking and alcohol consumption. Dr. Disha Narand with Northwestern Medicine says it would make sense since food interacts with the reward system in our brand and so do varies things people can get addicted to.
People using popular drugs Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss have reported that they also help with additions like smoking and alcohol consumption. Dr. Disha Narand with Northwestern Medicine says it would make sense since food interacts with the reward system in our brand and so do varies things people can get addicted to.
Rosalynn Carter reveals dementia diagnosis - what to know
We told you earlier about former first lady Rosalynn Carter's diagnosis of dementia. It comes as her husband, the former president, is in hospice care.
We told you earlier about former first lady Rosalynn Carter's diagnosis of dementia. It comes as her husband, the former president, is in hospice care.
Hendriks makes emotional return to Guarantee Rate Field after cancer battle
In a heartwarming moment, Liam Hendriks, the closing pitcher for the Chicago White Sox, made a triumphant return to Guarantee Rate Field on Memorial Day.
In a heartwarming moment, Liam Hendriks, the closing pitcher for the Chicago White Sox, made a triumphant return to Guarantee Rate Field on Memorial Day.
Poor eating habits in college can lead to long-term health problems, study suggests
A recent study by researchers from the University of British Columbia has uncovered a concerning connection between poor diet during college years and adverse health outcomes.
A recent study by researchers from the University of British Columbia has uncovered a concerning connection between poor diet during college years and adverse health outcomes.
New study links teenage marijuana use to higher levels of depression
FOX medical contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano breaks down the latest findings from the medical community.
FOX medical contributor Dr. Mike Cirigliano breaks down the latest findings from the medical community.
Strong leg muscles possibly linked to improved health results after a heart attack, study finds
Researchers tested people who experienced heart attacks and learned that patients with stronger leg muscles displayed better health results compared to those with weaker leg muscles.
Researchers tested people who experienced heart attacks and learned that patients with stronger leg muscles displayed better health results compared to those with weaker leg muscles.
Small steps you can take for healthier cookouts
Certified holistic nutritionist Robin DeCicco talks about small changes you can make at your Memorial Day cookouts to improve the meal's richness and nutritional benefits.
Certified holistic nutritionist Robin DeCicco talks about small changes you can make at your Memorial Day cookouts to improve the meal's richness and nutritional benefits.
Young woman donates thousands of books to children coping with cancer
Since 2021, Emily Bhatnagar has donated more than 15,000 books. She hopes to bring her charity to Chicago next.
Since 2021, Emily Bhatnagar has donated more than 15,000 books. She hopes to bring her charity to Chicago next.
Elon Musk's brain implant company Neuralink says it has approval to start human trials
The device is about the size of a large coin and is designed to be implanted in the skull, with ultra-thin wires going directly into the brain.
The device is about the size of a large coin and is designed to be implanted in the skull, with ultra-thin wires going directly into the brain.
Fitness Friday: Unlocking body positivity through pilates
FOX 32's Anita Blanton heads over to BODYBAR Pilates in Wicker Park to experience an untraditional approach to the popular fitness routine.
FOX 32's Anita Blanton heads over to BODYBAR Pilates in Wicker Park to experience an untraditional approach to the popular fitness routine.
Cook County takes action to ban flavored liquid nicotine products
The Cook County Board of Commissioners has passed an ordinance amendment that prohibits the sale of flavored liquid nicotine products in the county.
The Cook County Board of Commissioners has passed an ordinance amendment that prohibits the sale of flavored liquid nicotine products in the county.
Cook County takes action to ban flavored liquid nicotine products
The Cook County Board of Commissioners has passed an ordinance amendment that prohibits the sale of flavored liquid nicotine products in the county.
The Cook County Board of Commissioners has passed an ordinance amendment that prohibits the sale of flavored liquid nicotine products in the county.
Paralyzed man regains this 'simple pleasure' thanks to AI 'digital bridge'
A paralyzed man has regained the ability to walk thanks to artificial intelligence-powered implants that re-established communication between the brain and spinal cord, researchers said.
A paralyzed man has regained the ability to walk thanks to artificial intelligence-powered implants that re-established communication between the brain and spinal cord, researchers said.
Chicago health officials sound alarm on mpox surge ahead of Pride month
Chicago public health officials on Tuesday sounded the alarm over another potential monkeypox surge ahead of Pride month.
Chicago public health officials on Tuesday sounded the alarm over another potential monkeypox surge ahead of Pride month.
'One Pill Can Kill': Chicago aims to combat drug use, overdoses
A push to prevent drug use and overdoses happened on Chicago?s South Side on Tuesday. A number of officials and experts came together to talk about the rising problem.
A push to prevent drug use and overdoses happened on Chicago?s South Side on Tuesday. A number of officials and experts came together to talk about the rising problem.
Surgeon general warns social media can have 'profound risk of harm' for kids
Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.
Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.